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WELCOME O F F I C I A L V I S I T O R S G U I D E T O T H E G R E AT E R B AT O N R O U G E A R E A

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CONTENTS

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FEATURES

Business Manager: Tiffany Durocher Business Associate: Kirsten Milano Office Coordinator: Tara Lane Receptionist: Cathy Varnado Brown

LISTINGS

The Best of Baton Rouge . . . . . . . . 9 Discover the Capital City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 There’s No Place Like It . . . . . . . . 13 Black History Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Savor the Flavors. . . . . . . . . . . 15 Time to Party!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Outdoor Adventure . . . . . . . . . . 17 Daytrip Destinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 A Proper Good ‘Buy’. . . . . . . . . . 19

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Just for fun! Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 21 Visitor Information . . . . . . . . . . 25 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Historic Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ascension Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Livingston Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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Audience Development

Audience Development Director and Digital Manager: James Hume Audience Development Coordinator: Ivana Oubre Audience Development Associate: Jordan Kozar A publication of Melara Enterprises, LLC

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Chairman: Julio A. Melara Executive Assistant: Brooke Motto Vice President :Penny Font Chief Operating Officer: Guy Barone Chairman Emeritus : Rolfe H. McCollister Jr.

Nightlife & Entertainment . . . . . . . 59

Downtown map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Downtown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Baton Rouge (bat’n’roozh): French for “red stick,” a reference to a cypress pole stained with animal blood that marked the boundary between the Houma Tribe and the Bayou Goula hunting grounds. It was one of the first things French explorer Sieur d’Iberville saw as he led an expedition party up the Mississippi River near Scott’s Bluff.

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A Louisiana Tradition

ike LSU football, Mike Anderson’s is a tradition in southern Louisiana, serving authentic Cajun, Louisiana seafood. Over 45 years ago, an LSU Football player with a passion for great food started what is now known throughout the city as Mike Anderson’s Seafood. It is the restaurant of choice for food lovers and football fans alike, with fantastic regional food in a festive environment. Mike Anderson’s offers a wide variety of authentic Louisiana cuisine and is sure to have something on the menu for even the pickiest eaters, from sensational seafood, USDA Choice steaks, and AllAmerican dishes to local favorites, including chargrilled oysters (topped with butter, garlic, parmesan and romano cheese) and the Guitreau (a white-wine based sauce

with Louisiana Crawfish, Gulf Shrimp, white button mushrooms, and onions served over fresh grilled fish). Dine and Celebrate like a Louisianan at Mike Anderson’s! Mike and his team are ready for you to experience some of these time honored family recipes, and look forward to serving you soon!

Broiled Seafood Platter

The Guitreau

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OFFICIAL WELCOME

The BEST of Baton Rouge

Sharon Weston Broome Mayor-President, East Baton Rouge Parish

WELCOME TO BATON ROUGE – Louisiana’s capital city! I believe the BEST thing about Baton Rouge is the thriving heart and strength of the Baton Rouge people. We continue to see economic growth and expansion within our business community; our young adults and professionals consistently choose to stay here for their education and career opportunities; and our vibrant, historical culture makes any time of the year a great time to visit, featuring great food, unique local attractions, and historical museums. Welcome to the city of peace, prosperity and progress. Enjoy your stay!

Julio Melara

Paul J. Arrigo, CDME President & CEO, Visit Baton Rouge

LOUISIANA IS KNOWN for its unique and deep-rooted culture and here in the capital city, we offer a visit that is better experienced than explained. From events such as the Baton Rouge Blues Festival to the quirky and pink Spanish Town Mardi Gras Parade and college football, you can’t go wrong. Our food will also do more than feed your soul. Eat your way through Baton Rouge and enjoy dishes that reflect the many cultures that are part of us—Spanish, French and African to name a few. Needless to say, you’ll be looking to return soon. We can’t wait to welcome you and show you what we love best about Baton Rouge, or as we like to call it, the Red Stick! Visit our website (www. visitbatonrouge.com) and engage with us on social media for more inspiration.

BIENVENUE! We’re excited to have you as a guest in Baton Rouge, where I know you will enjoy new experiences and create lasting memories. In fact, what I love best about the capital city is its unique character—there’s simply no other place like it! Yes, you’ll enjoy amazing music, cultural attractions, and cuisine from every corner of the world—but your visit might also include a swamp tour, a trip to a sugarcane plantation, a college football game, or a tour of a WWII Navy destroyer. In these pages, we’ve assembled information, tips, and articles that will make your visit memorable. Enjoy your “Red Stick” experience!

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SO, THE ADVENTURE BEGINS

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FEATURES

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The city is filled with great restaurants for meeting, greeting and eating.

Discover the Capital City Check out th e the River’ sc ‘Si ng ulpt ure which play s music that corres pond the tidal mov s to ement of the river .

A CAPITAL CITY with small-town charm, Baton Rouge is unique. Visitors will find adventure around every corner. Experience the city’s rich Cajun and Creole heritage and all the food, music and art that goes along with it. Get caught up in the excitement of college sports at LSU and Southern University. Take a drive along River Road and tour historic homes from a bygone era. And share in our traditions, such as Lighting of the Bonfires, on the levee along River Road between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. No matter when you arrive, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate in Baton Rouge!

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Take a history lesson and visit the Old State Capitol downtown.

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There’s No Place

Like It

PASS-port to the city

Make the most of your visit to Baton Rouge with the new Friends Trip Pass, which offers discounts and deals from some of the city’s most popular restaurants, activities and attractions. Go to the Visit Baton Rouge website, scan the QR code on your mobile device, and you’re set. It’s a fast, easy and fun way to explore the city (check out our walking tours and our Gotcha bike rides!) Coming soon are the Family Pass and the Museum Pass.

FRIENDS TRIP PASS

You’re so instagrammable

Did you rock out at Live After Five? Take a ride on the Pedal Pub? Take in the sunset on the river? Please share by tagging us in your photos during your Baton Rouge visit. Use @visitbatonrouge and #ExploreBatonRouge. Tag us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Get into the spirit!

To commemorate its 50th year, Visit Baton Rouge has introduced a special cocktail in hopes of keeping the celebration alive for many years to come. Created by Aaron Bertrand of the Bourbon Society of Baton Rouge, the Capital Cocktail is a bourbon-based drink that ties in a taste of the city by using Louisiana molasses and honey. Go to Visitbatonrouge.com for the recipe, find out where you can order the Capital Cocktail, and get into the spirit!

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EXPERIENCE

Black History Trail

From pivotal Civil Rights events to the rhythmic pulse of the blues, Baton Rouge’s Black History Trail celebrates the creativity and ingenuity of the African American experience in the Capital Region. Introduced in June 2021, it brings to life key moments that helped shape the city and continue to influence it today.

HISTORY

African American History Museum Start with a spin through this important site, where a bus from the Civil Rights Movement reveals how America’s first bus boycott kicked off n Baton Rouge. Art, biographical stories and outdoor exhibits weave a fascinating narrative of the Black experience.

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Stroll through this renowned HBCU, a testimony to the perseverance, creativity and tenacity of African Americans in south Louisiana. Take in stunning views of the Mississippi River from Scott’s Bluff n the heart of campus.

City Brooks Community Park Learn how Black activists brought attention to the segregated, all-white swimming pool that once occupied this public park.

LSU Rural Life Museum See an unvarnished look at rural Louisiana life in the 18th and 19 th centuries at this outdoor attraction.

FOOD

Delicious Dishes Savor a multitude of Blackowned eateries, including Zeeland Street Market, Delpit’s Chicken Shack, Chef Celeste’s Bistro, Southern Cofe and many others.

Celebrate Black Restaurant Week This annual event brings attention to the scores of Black-owned restaurants in Baton Rouge and the delectable cuisines they prepare.

Baton Rouge Soul Food Fest Enjoy live music and authentic soul food at this uniquely Baton Rouge festival.

MUSIC

James “Slim Harpo” Moore Historic Marker Pay homage to one of America’s greatest blues musicians and songwriters near his burial site.

LIVE MUSIC Stop into a juke joint for a taste of Baton Rouge’s indelible swamp blues sound.

Baton Rouge Blues Festival Dance and sway to the sounds of dozens of blues performers at this two-day festival, which draws 50,000 visitors.

ART

Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument

blue—opposites on the color wheel—for an abstract interpretation of racial harmony.

Frank Hayden Walking Tour See the works of renowned 20 th century American sculptor Frank Hayden who lived, worked and taught in Baton Rouge.

Southern University Museum of Art Visit eight galleries filled with stunning African art and artifacts.

EVENTS

MLK Jr. Holiday Take part in the annual events marking the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., from a church service to service projects.

Krewe of Oshun Parade and Festival Baton Rouge’s Oshun parade honors the tradition of African American-organized Mardi Gras events, first developed by Zulu in New Orleans in the 1930s.

Juneteenth Reflect on Juneteenth’s significance through a series of local events, including a parade and live music, celebrating the official end of slavery.

Southern University Football Cheer on the Southern Jaguars while bearing witness to the “Human Jukebox,” a marching band like no other.

The city’s restored MLK monument marries orange and

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TASTE

Savor the Flavors Be sure to sample these tried and true Capital City favorites!

CHICKEN SHACK

RICE & ROUX

Real southern fried chicken

Gumbo ya-ya

The Delpit family’s Chicken Shack has been a central part of the Baton Rouge community since 1937 at its flagship Acadian Thruway location. The “knuckle-suckin’ good” fried chicken is the result of a well-guarded secret recipe and for good reason. Be sure to try the boudin balls and real southern sides. 413 N. Acadian Thruway | 225.383.0940

ROCCO’S NEW ORLEANS PO-BOYS AND CAFE

Authentic po-boys Uniquely New Orleans, a po-boy starts with the city’s infamous French bread—crispy on the outside, light and airy on the inside. A hard-working po-boy lover from Chalmette, Rocco Moreau opened this fantastic po-boy shop 25 years ago and has been serving up the best ever since. Rocco’s has been awarded “Best Po-boy” from The Morning Advocate, Gambit Weekly, and 225 Magazine. Stop in and taste for yourself. 3358 Drusilla Lane | 225.248.1999

Gumbo is the official state cuisine of Louisiana. Chicken and sausage gumbo is a Cajun seasoned roux-based soup consisting of boneless chicken thigh meat and andouille sausage. Try some of the best jambalaya and gumbo in the city at Rice & Roux, a family-owned and operated restaurant with two locations to enjoy. 320 Lee Drive | 225.400.6605 2158 O’Neal Lane | 225.752.9099

COFFEE CALL

Hot beignets

This New Orleans-style coffee house is where locals go for cafe au laits, hot chocolates and incredible beignets. Coffee Call has been a gathering place for friends and family for more than 30 years. This family business and Baton Rouge staple has been serving up the same magical beignet recipe since 1976. 3132 College Drive | 225.925.9493

THE CHIMES

Louisiana fare The Chimes Restaurant and Tap Room has been a Baton Rouge tradition for over 25 years. It’s traditional Louisiana fare with an extensive beer and liquor selection. Head upstairs for a birdseye view of campus at the spacious rooftop bar. 3357 Highland Road | 225.383.1754

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CELEBRATE

Time to Party! The capital city hosts plenty of festivals, parades and special events … and you’re invited to all of them!

Special Events

Zippity Zoo Fest (April 2) at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo always attracts a crowd, as does the annual Baton Rouge Blues Festival (April 23-24); and the Pearl Harbor Remembrance (December 7) at the USS Kidd Memorial downtown.

Parades

In Baton Rouge, we love a parade, starting with our exciting Carnival Season that sees Mardi Gras parades rolling through several areas, including downtown and the Southdowns neighborhood; and the popular Wearin’ of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Run (March 19) in the Garden District. And be sure to bring the family to the Halloween and Christmas parades!

Festivals

Many of Baton Rouge’s popular festivals and celebrations are back on the calendar, including the annual 4th of July celebration; and Rural Life Christmas (December) at the Rural Life Museum, to name a few.

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EXPLORE

Outdoor Adventure Mother Nature has so much to offer—from hiking trails and swamp tours to outdoor music festivals and trips to the Zoo. Time for some fresh air and sunshine.

Tennis, golf and BMX

Happy trails

Bloomin’ lovely

Play at one of BREC’s many golf courses or tennis courts located throughout the city and maintained by our award-winning recreations and parks department (BREC). Or take your wheels to the BMX track and Velodrome where kids of all ages can enjoy “X-treme” sports fun.

Comite Park, Sandy Creek and Blackwater Conservation Area are just a few great hiking trails managed by BREC. And just a short drive from the city is Tunica Hills where you can hike to the 15-to-20-foot waterfalls.

Surround yourself with beautiful flowers and sweet fragrances as you stroll through the Botanic Garden at Independence Park.

Swamp creatures One of Baton Rouge’s best-kept secrets is Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center. Keep an eye out for foxes, snakes and barred owls. If you’re a birdwatcher, be sure to bring your binoculars.

Summer swim Head to Highland Road Park or the LSU Lakes with your kayak, canoe or paddleboard. Or cool down on a hot day at Liberty Lagoon, which features state-of-the-art elevated slides, a lazy river, pools, sand volleyball courts and more for the whole family to enjoy.

Talk to the animals Especially for families with young children, nothing beats a visit to the zoo! Take the family for a relaxing outing and check the calendar for lots of special Zoo events. Go to brec.org for details on these and many other outdoor activities and events.

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SIGHTSEE

New Orleans New Orleans is just about 80 miles down Interstate 10. Tour the French Quarter, stroll along the Riverwalk, enjoy café au lait and beignets at Café du Monde, dine at great restaurants, visit the St. Louis Cathedral, and browse the shops and outdoor artist offerings surrounding the Vieux Carre.

Daytrip Destinations The Capital City is filled with unique attractions, but if you find yourself with extra time on your hands, here are some daytrip destinations “just down the road.” Pick a parish.

East Feliciana In the rolling hills just north of Baton Rouge in East Feliciana Parish, Barn Hill Preserve is a must-visit zoological facility that promotes animal education and conservation. Get a hands-on educational experience with exotic animals and guided encounter tours. (Don’t miss the special sloth visits or swimming with Asian small-clawed otters.) It’s a wonderful experience sure to create lasting memories. Visit barnhillpreserve.com.

West Feliciana St. Francisville is the place where John James Audubon was inspired to write his treasured series Birds of America. So be sure to check out the birds, trails, flora and fauna in this beautiful region. This charming town is also the site of the Myrtles Plantation, often called the Most Haunted House in America—antebellum splendor linked to a ghostly past. Plan your adventure at explorewestfeliciana.com.

Lafayette Less than an hour away is the city of Lafayette, set in the middle of Cajun country and home to a unique culture of music, food, and crafts. Stroll downtown and pop into one of many live music venues, have lunch at the Blue Dog Café, take a swamp tour, and on your way home, pick up some specialty sausages, boudin, or smoked tasso.

West Baton Rouge Take a drive across the bridge to the West Baton Rouge Museum, the only museum in the nation to feature the history of sugar agriculture from the antebellum period (18301860) through Reconstruction (18701880) and into the 1960s, all set on the same plantation, Allendale. Visit westbatonrougemuseum.org.

Louisiana is the only state in the country divided into parishes rather than counties. It’s a remnant of a bygone era when Louisiana was mostly Roman Catholic under the reign of both France and Spain, and its territories generally coincided with church parishes. In 1807, the term was officially adopted.

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REMEMBER

A Proper Good ‘Buy’ Your “Red Stick” experience isn’t complete unless you find a souvenir or two to take home with you. So as you say goodbye, here are some suggestions to help you remember your visit to Louisiana. Keepsakes from local merchants Many Baton Rouge merchants promote local artists by carrying their specialty handcrafted items, ranging from paintings and jewelry to pottery, quilts and home accessories.

Unique apparel at Bengals & Bandits For T-shirts, licensed sports apparel, and souvenirs from local designers, check out Bengals & Bandits on LSU’s campus near Tiger Stadium. 225.300.8989 | bengalsandbandits.com

Charming gifts from downtown historic sites and museums You’ll find gift shops at many downtown locations, including the Old and New State Capitols, and the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, which is housed in a historic railroad depot. Browse the gift shops for one-of-a-kind gifts, charming souvenirs and keepsakes.

Original items at BREADA Red Stick Market Saturday mornings are for strolling in the open-air Red Stick Farmers Market downtown. You’ll find fresh seasonal produce, artisan breads, homemade pies, honey, cheeses, paintings, jewelry, photography, pottery and more. 225.344.8558 | breada.org or artsbr.org

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GET IN ON THE ACTION! HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING IN AND AROUND BATON ROUGE.

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This calendar contains events that were scheduled at the time of publication, but due to COVID-related issues, some events may be canceled or rescheduled for a later date. You can always get the most updated information at visitbatonrouge.com/events.

NOW THROUGH OCTOBER 30 In Empathy We Trust Exhibition Louisiana Art & Science Museum. Visit lasm.org for details.

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT OMG! (Original Music Gathering) 6-8 p.m., La Divina Italian Café. Free.

VARIOUS DATES Space Opera Planetarium Show Louisiana Art & Science Museum in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium. Visit Lasm.org for details.

MARCH 3 Leisure Class 5-8 p.m., Louisiana Culinary Institute. $125 per person.

MARCH 4 Live on Stage – Frank Foster L’Auberge Casino Hotel, 8 p.m. doors open, 9 p.m. concert begins. Tickets $25.

MARCH 7 Fiddler on the Roof 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com

MARCH 10 State of the Art Opening Reception & Performance by Kellie Romany 6-8 p.m., LSU Museum of Art. Free. Julian Kuerti Conducts Dvorak 7:30 p.m. Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. BRSO.org.

MARCH 12 Live on Stage - Candlebox 8 p.m. doors open, 9 p.m. show, L’Auberge Casino & Hotel. Tickets $25. Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health Amazing Half Marathon 7-11 a.m., North Boulevard Town Square.

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Spring Green at the Zoo BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. Visit brzoo.org.

MARCH 12-DECEMBER 10 Kids Makers Market Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 516 Moore St. Details, call 225.412.2802.

MARCH 13 CRAWFETE 2022 2-5 p.m., Perkins Rowe. What you have been waiting for!

MARCH 17 Baby Shark LIVE! 2022 Splash Tour 6 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Tickets start at $25. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

MARCH 18 Exploration of Time, Sound, and Space with Jeremi Edwards 6-8 p.m., LSU Museum of Art. Free. REO Speedwagon 8 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Tickets start at $55. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com

MARCH 19 5K Shamrock Run - Wearing of the Green 8-9 a.m., Moreau Physical Therapy, 3129 Perkins Road. $25 Early Bird registration.

Wearin’ of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade 10 a.m. starting in the Hundred Oaks area and ending at Perkins Road. Free.

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APRIL 15

Harlem Globetrotters 7 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

Live on Stage - Gin Blossoms 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. concert begins, L’Auberge Casino. Tickets start at $20.

Michelangelo - A Different View Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

Kazem Abdullah Conducts Tchaikovsky 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

MARCH 26 Live on Stage - Dave Attell 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. concert begins, L’Auberge Casino & Hotel. Tickets start at $20.

APRIL 1 Gaither Vocal Band 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. performance, Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com

APRIL 2 Zippity Zoo Fest BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. Visit brzoo.org.

APRIL 8 Live on Stage - Aaron Lewis, Frayed at Both Ends, The Acoustic Tour 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. concert begins, L’Auberge Hotel. Tickets start at $45.

APRIL 9 Cody Johnson & Friends 7 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Tickets start at $40. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com

APRIL 11

An Evening with C.S. Lewis 4-6 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

Kamikaze Attack Remembrance Service USS KIDD. 225.342.1942 or usskidd.com.

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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live! Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

Artsplosion! Inside Art (Spring Break) 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge.

APRIL 15-JULY 15 Pirates, Privateers and Buccaneers USS KIDD Veterans Museum. 225.342.1942 or usskidd.com.

APRIL 18 STOMP 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

APRIL 22 Live on Stage - Mark Chesnutt 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. concert begins. Tickets start at $20.

APRIL 23 Fabulously Funny Comedy Festival Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

APRIL 23-24 Baton Rouge Blues Festival Sponsored by BR Blues Festival and Foundation. Located in downtown Baton Rouge.Free.

MAY 2 The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe 7:30 p.m., LSU School of Theatre.

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Waitress 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

Beethoven’s Ninth 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

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Disney on Ice Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

Tim Dillon - Hilarious in Concert 8 p.m., L’Auberge Casino. Tickets $20.

MAY 6 Dance and Physical Theater Showcases LSU School of Theater. Details TBD.

BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical 7:30 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

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Go Film Festival LSU School of Music & Dramatic Arts. 225.578.9277.

Madagascar - A Musical Adventure 7 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center. Tickets start at $32.

MAY 1 3 Heather McMahan The Farewell Tour 8 p.m., Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre. Tickets start at $29.75. Raisingcanesrivercenter. com.

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JUNE 19 Juneteenth Celebration of Unity Part of Black Restaurant Week Baton Rouge – Abstract Concepts. Free.

JULY 4 WBRZ’s Fireworks on the Mississippi. Downtown. Free.

Patriots & Pirates A Revolutionary Celebration Downtown Baton Rouge. 225.342.1942 or usskidd.com

JULY 9 Slam’d & Cam’d Car Show Raising Cane’s River Center. Raisingcanesrivercenter.com.

JULY 17 Live on Stage - Tom Segura 6 p.m., L’Auberge Casino & Hotel. Tickets start at $55.

NOVEMBER 11 7th Annual Cap City Beer Fest Sponsored by Companion Animal Alliance. Tickets $40 general admission.

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sparkling lights. Experience the magic beneath the 35-foot Christmas tree, enjoy free ice skating, and play in six tons of real snow at the Snow Village. Downtownbatonrouge.org. 225.389.5520

DECEMBER 4 A Rural Life Christmas 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Rural Life Museum. Ring in the Christmas season with a 19 th century Louisiana celebration complete with musical groups, artisans, storytellers and costumed re-enactors.

DECEMBER 7 Pearl Harbor Remembrance USS Kidd. 225.342.1942. Visit usskidd.com.

Sugarfest WBR Museum, 845 N. Jeffeson Ave., Port Allen. 225.336.2422 or westbatonrougemuseum.org.

DECEMBER 2 Festival of Lights 4-8 p.m., North Boulevard Town Square downtown. Baton Rouge’s oldest holiday tradition transforms the winter sky into a wonderland as the Mayor lights North Boulevard with half a million

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Enjoy your stay! Find great ideas for accommodations, dining options, attractions, shopping venues and much more in the following pages.

Tourism

Transportation

Visit Baton Rouge

All About Baton Rouge Tours®

359 Third St. 225.383.1825 or 800.527.6843 Go to visitbatonrouge.com or contact one of our visitor centers: • Baton Rouge Metro Airport, 9430 Jackie Cochran Dr., 225.355.0333 • Louisiana State Capitol, State Capitol Dr., 225.342.7317 • Burden Center, 4560 Essen Lane, 225.763.3990. Enjoy Baton Rouge (Walking Tours)

Gotcha Bikes by Bolt ridegotcha.com Our nifty e-bikes give residents and visitors sustainable ways to explore the city by combining pedal power with a zippy electric motor.

Geaux Ride geauxridebikes.com

East Baton Rouge Parish Library

Join our sightseeing tours or food tours for ease, quality, and a true authentic Baton Rouge experience at a great price. Travel back in time and inside places like no other tour can. Customized tours are available, or you can join a structured tour through our parent company, Red Stick Adventures.

225.231.3750 | eref@ebrpl.com

3601 Thomas Road 225.775.3877 brzoo.org

Access to print, audiobooks, movies and documentaries, e-books, databases, and streaming media. Free programs, classes, and meeting rooms. Free Wi-Fi and public computers. Fourteen convenient locations, open 7 days a week. Available 24/7 online at ebrpl.com or ebrpl.com/DigitalLibrary. Also on Facebook and Twitter. Text a Librarian at 225.361.8476.

The Baton Rouge Zoo has been providing memories to our community for 50 years and is a place where people connect with wild animals and wild places. Visit the tigers, cheetahs, giraffes, rhinos, alligators, flamingos, hippos, zebras, otters and more. Hours: Daily 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. April-August.

LakeUrgentCare

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

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Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport 9430 Jackie Cochran Dr. 225.355.0333 | flybtr.com Conveniently located 7 miles from the heart of downtown Baton Rouge. (Exit 6 off I-110 to Veterans Memorial Blvd., then right on Captain Ryan Drive.) • American Eagle/American Airlines, 800.433.7300. Flights to hubs in Charlotte and Dallas/Ft. Worth. • Delta Air Lines, 800.221.1212. Flights to Atlanta hub.

Red Stick Adventures

• United Airlines, 800.864.8331. Flights to Houston Intercontinental hub.

P.O. Box 372 Denham Springs 225.772.7253 redstickadventures.com

LA Corporate & Executive Transport

Red Stick Adventures can lead your next exciting adventure! Offerings include: exploring sights and history on a city tour, enjoying a boat ride while learning about Cajun culture on a swamp tour, reminiscing in Southern charm on a plantation tour, delving into the mystic unknown on a ghost tour, or combining Louisiana culture with culinary delights on our food tour.

Geaux Ride creates an unforgettable hour-long bicycle ride through downtown with glow-in-the-dark bicycles and accessories.

Services

Adventure

P.O. Box 372, Denham Springs 225.772.7253 | redstickadventures. com

Enjoy BR Walking Tours® These walking tours focus on the New State Capitol, Spanish Town and the surrounding sites or the Old State Capitol, Beauregard Town and its surrounding sites. Whatever your interest ... art, history, nature, politics, architecture or culture ... you will find them all here in Baton Rouge.

LACET because of our exceptional curbside, safe, and on-time service. Whether it’s business or personal, hotel or residence, we have you covered. We service BTR and MSY airports and surrounding areas. Office hours: 5-9 p.m. MC, V, D

When minor injury or illness occurs, Lake Urgent Care/Lake After Hours has 19 convenient locations in and around the Baton Rouge area to serve you and your family. The state-of the-art clinics are open 7 days a week with no appointment necessary and are equipped with advanced technology such as digital X-rays. walk-in, and check-in online. You can also schedule a virtual visit at LakeUrgentCare.com.

9800 Airline Highway, Suite 221 225.308.4551 | LACorporateTransport.com Need a ride to the airport or an LSU stadium event? Ride with LACET, a 5-star rated company offering affordable rates, clean vehicles, and professional drivers. For years, clients have trusted

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Attractions French Quarter Phantoms Baton Rouge Gallery 1515 Dalrymple Dr. 225.383.1470 | batonrougegallery.org Celebrating 55+ years in the community in 2021, BRG (located inside BREC’s City Park) proudly offers monthly exhibitions highlighting the best from local and regional contemporary artists, including painters, photographers, ceramicists and more. Free opening receptions on the first Wednesday of every month (6-9 p.m. excluding January and November). Hours: TuesdaySunday noon-6 p.m.

718 N. Rampart St., New Orleans 504.666.8300 | frenchquarterphantoms.com Not just your ordinary cheap thrill! Listed in TripAdvisor’s Top Ten Ghost Tours in the World! These fun French Quarter walking tours are led by master storytellers. Choose from our Ghost & Vampire walking tour, Garden District walking tour, St. Louis No. 1 Cemetery walking tour or Tour Tremé. All tours are about one hour and 45 minutes. Walking distance is just under one mile. Book online and you’ll receive a discount of $3 per ticket!

LaHouse Home and Landscape Resource Center 2858 Gourrier Ave., LSU AgCenter campus 225.578.7913 | LSUAgCenter.com/ LaHouse Explore the special features, displays and cut-away views of this unique showcase of home solutions for the region’s climate and natural hazards. Experience the high comfort, energy-efficiency, durability, health, convenience and financial advantages of a high-performance home. Free publications, self-guided tours, videos and more. Suggested donation $5. Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. HC

Louisiana River Parishes 671 Belle Terre Blvd., LaPlace 866.204.7782 I lariverparishes.com/ In Louisiana’s River Parishes, you’ll find uniquely flavorful aromas drifting from the gumbo pots and smokehouses along the Andouille Trail … in the curling smoke rising from a Perique tobacco cigar and in the heat emanating from the giant wooden structures of Bonfire Country, set ablaze in this Christmas Eve tradition. Our history is felt in the authentic experiences found at landmark homes of New Orleans Plantation Country and the museums along the 1811 Slave Revolt Trail. In New Orleans Swamp Country, make adventure your destination with fishing, hiking, and guided tours in our lakes and bayous.

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo 3601 Thomas Road 225.775.3877 | brzoo.org The Baton Rouge Zoo has been providing memories to our community for 51 years, and is a place where people connect with wild animals and wild places. Visit the tigers, cheetahs, giraffes, rhinos, alligators, flamingos, hippos, zebras, otters and more. Hours: Daily 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. April-August.

Houmas House and Gardens 40136 Hwy. 942, Darrow 225.473.9380 | houmashouse.com Step back in time as you experience 16 acres of gardens and three restaurants, including fine dining. Stay in beautifully decorated cottages, enjoy a mint julep in the Turtle Bar, and stop by the gift shop. Tours available 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily.

The Cajun Village

Louisiana Art and Science Museum Irene W. Pennington Planetarium

LSU Museum of Art

100 River Road South 225.344.5272 | www.lasm.org

Discover something new at the LSU Museum of Art. Located on the 5th floor of the Shaw Center for the Arts, the museum hosts historic and contemporary art exhibitions alongside a vast collection spanning the 1700s to present day. Paired with engaging programs and an education space for families, a visit to LSU MOA is perfect for all ages and interests. Hours: Tuesday- Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays and Fridays 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sundays 1-5 p.m.

Housed in a historic railroad depot on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum offers educational entertainment for visitors of all ages. Enjoy fine art, visit ancient Egypt, meet an authentic Triceratops, and explore the cosmos in the full dome Irene W. Pennington Planetarium. Hours and admissions available at lasm.org.

100 Lafayette St. | Shaw Center for the Arts 225.389.7200 | lsumoa.org

Nestled in Plantation Country

The Cajun Village 6470 Hwy. 22, Cajun Village, Sorrento 225.675.5572 | cajunvillageshops.com A collection of restored Acadian-style buildings that feature specialty shopping at Louisiana Pottery, Louisiana Cajun Cooking Store, Louisiana Livin’, The Cajun Shop, and the candy shop. Enjoy beignets and café au lait at The Coffee House, and don’t forget to visit our two live alligators, Big Boy and Nubby.

Knock Knock Children’s Museum 1900 Dalrymple Dr. 225.388.3090 | knockknockmuseum. org Knock Knock hands-on interactive Learning Zones were created just for young children. Each one was specifically designed to encourage teachable moments that connect children’s everyday experiences and natural curiosities to playful learning. Visit Knock Knock today and let your children PLAY, CREATE, and EXPLORE!

Louisiana’s Old State Capitol 100 North Blvd. 225.342.0500 | louisianaoldstatecapitol.org Once described by Mark Twain as the “ugliest thing on the Mississippi,” this Neo-Gothic building, situated atop a bluff, contains a stained-glass dome, an impressive spiral staircase and a museum covering Louisiana’s vibrant political history. This national landmark, located in downtown Baton Rouge next to the Mississippi River, features stateof-the-art exhibits and an award-winning film that takes guests through a 3D history of this 172-year-old building. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission, gift shop, Ghost of the Castle show ($2 tickets per person). Credit cards accepted. HC

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State Capitol Raceway PedalPub Baton Rouge 436 Government Street, Suite 1 888.PEDAL.80 | pedalpubbatonrouge.com PedalPub is located in 50 other US cities, and now in Baton Rouge. Thursday through Sunday, take a two-hour tour on the Dutch-made party bike and experience downtown in a whole new way. There are tours for any occasion and non-alcoholic family tours too. Try Pedal Pub, The original Baton Rouge party bike for the time of your life.

11436 U.S. Hwy. 190 West, Port Allen 225.627.4574 or 225.766.8274 | statecapitolraceway.com A division of the International Hot Rod Racing Association (IHRA) and a member of the American Mud Racing Association (AMRA). State Capitol Raceway (the second oldest continuously operating track in the U.S.) holds races every Friday night and several nationally recognized events in the spring and fall, as well as four sanctioned mud races a year. Like us on Facebook! MC, V, AE, D; HC

Red Stick Adventures 225.772.7253 | redstickadventures.com Red Stick Adventures can lead your next exciting adventure! Offerings include: exploring sights and history on a city tour, enjoying a boat ride while learning about Cajun culture on a swamp tour, reminiscing in Southern charm on a plantation tour, delving into the mystic unknown on a ghost tour, or combining Louisiana culture with culinary delights on our food tour.

West Baton Rouge Museum 845 N. Jefferson Ave. Port Allen

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Historical Happy Hour, blacksmithing apprenticeships, art workshops, lectures and more. Located on a six-acre campus directly across the river from downtown Baton Rouge, the West Baton Rouge Museum is the only museum to trace the bittersweet history of sugar in Louisiana from the colonial period to the present day. A hub of the Port Allen Cultural Arts District, the West Baton Rouge Museum also highlights local artists recognized internationally.

YOU SEARCH. WE FIND. whatever interests you... kids and teen library movies and audiobooks e-books and streaming media workshops and free programs online databases and learning platforms career resources

New year, new opportunities at the library! Your library card is your all-access pass to these resources and more! You can search our Digital Library, call a librarian, or even text our team with your top challenges and questions.

Visit ebrpl.com/DigitalLibrary Available 24/7 Online • ebrpl.com Reference Service: (225) 231-3750

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OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS Achieve new heights at BREC’s Perkins Road

Taste the Fleming’s Difference

Extreme Sports Park, experience pure aquatic adventure at Liberty Lagoon Water Park or explore the outdoors through our trails, boat launches or golf courses! Perkins Road Extreme Sports Park 225-766-9039

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Liberty Lagoon 225-923-3202

Enjoy the finest Prime, dry and we-aged steaks, a vast selection of wines by the glass and hospitality that’s second to none.

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BREC Greenways + Boat Launches

225-272-9200

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BREC Golf Coures 225-272-9200

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next adventure ANIMALS + NATURE Come meet animals from around the globe at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo or meet Louisiananative species at the Bluebonnet Swamp! Take a gallop around BREC’s Farr Park to see beautiful Louisiana scenery or drop by the Highland Road Observatory for a glimpse of a world beyond!

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golf.brec.org

Baton Rouge Zoo 225-775-3877

brzoo.org

Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center 225-757-8905

brec.org/swamp

Farr Park Equestrian Center 225-769-7805

brec.org/farr

Highland Road Park Observatory 225-768-9948

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hrpo.lsu.edu

Come visit one of the nation’s longest-standing artist cooperative galleries, take a trip back in time and visit Magnolia Mound, the oldest surviving structure in East Baton Rouge Parish or see something brand new like one of our shows at Independence Park Theatre! The Baton Rouge Gallery [A BREC Partner] 225-383-1470

batonrougegallery.org

Magnolia Mound 225-343-4955

brec.org/magnoliamound

Independence Park Theatre + Cultural Center 225-216-0660

theparktheatre.com

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7321 Corporate Blvd | Baton Rouge, LA 70809 225-925-2710 | FlemingsSteakhouse.com

BREC does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, veteran status or sexual orientation in its programs and activities.

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18 Steak 777 L’Auberge Ave. (inside L’Auberge Casino Hotel) 225.224.4142 | lbatonrouge.com/ dining/18-steak How do you honor Louisiana being named the 18th state of the U.S? By serving up prime cuts of beef and perfectly paired wine, of course. Savor a juicy steak cooked to perfection in the elegant dining room at 18 STEAK. Or visit the bar for a stiff pour of your favorite bourbon, scotch or whiskey, while admiring the burned scotch and whiskey barrels adorning the ceiling. Private dining room available. Reservations recommended.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 7321 Corporate Blvd. 225.925.2710 | flemingssteakhouse.com Your Baton Rouge Fleming’s can be found in Mid South City, located on Corporate Boulevard, just off of Interstate 10 and located in Towne Center near the Bocage Village Shopping Center. Whether you’re celebrating, dining with business clients or enjoying a night out with friends, we have created the perfect ambiance with a menu filled with your favorites and a local chef’s table that changes with the season, or whenever we feel inspired by our ingredients. Hours: Monday-Saturday 4-10 p.m.; Sunday 4-9 p.m. MC, V, AE, D; HC

Los Reyes Mexican Grill 11333 Coursey Blvd. 225.408.5999 | losreyesbr.com Baton Rouge’s premier Tex-Mex destination, offering a fresh and flavorful menu featuring traditional favorites prepared with the finest ingredients daily. Seating available Southwest-style under a cerveza chandelier or next to a 30-foot fountain on a spacious outdoor patio. Margaritas and drinks as cool as our grill is hot! Waitr delivers.

2021 Winners How about an insider’s guide to dining in the capital city? Our readers chose their favorite restaurants in several categories, earning them a spot on our Best of 225 list.

Boru 1509 Government Street, Suite B 225.286.1148 | Boruramenbr.com Authentic, fresh, in-house made Ramen noodles, stocks and sauces come together to create the Best Ramen experience you will find. Executive Chef Patrick Wong brings his Tokyo & Manhattan inspired Ramen presentation to Electric Depot in Mid City, Baton Rouge. Monday: Closed; Tuesday Wednesday: 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m./5:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. MC, V, AE, D/HC

Mid City Beer Garden 3808 Government St. 225.910.8169 | midcitybeergarden.com

Ichiban Hibachi Grill and Sushi Bar 5741 Essen Lane 225.767.2288 | ichibanbr.com Voted 225 Magazine Readers Choice Award 2010-2021 “BEST SUSHI RESTAURANT.” Serving only the freshest sashimi, meticulously handcrafted sushi and world-class hibachi, Ichiban defines the ultimate Japanese dining experience. Hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Monday-Thursday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sunday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Dine-in, curbside and delivery options available. MC, V, AE, D; HC

40+ beers on tap, specialty frozen drinks and craft cocktails alongside classic bar fare and locally inspired eats in the heart of Mid City Baton Rouge. Rotating Louisiana craft brews. Mid City Beer Garden is open 7 days a week and brunch is served Saturday and Sunday. Sit in the dog-friendly courtyard and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere. Hours: MondayThursday 3:30-midnight; Friday-Sunday 11 a.m.-midnight. HC

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Little Village - Downtown 447 Third St. 225.218.6685 | littlevillagebr.com

Casa Maria Mexican Grill 7955 Bluebonnet Blvd. 225.757.7447 | casamariabr.com Whether you’re in the mood for mouth-watering fajitas, burritos loaded with delicious toppings, or just a “house” or “fruity” margarita, Casa Maria is your destination. Dine in or order online at casamariabr.com. And Waitr delivers.

A modern take on the original Village restaurant (established in 1947). Our longstanding reputation is for serving Baton Rouge’s finest classic Italian fare, prime beef, Maine lobster, veal and fresh Gulf seafood. Perfect for a romantic meal for two or the entire family. Remember, “You gotta get the bread!” Both locations feature daily lunch specials and a full bar with happy hour (4-7 p.m.) Reservations are recommended. Follow us on FB.

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Capital City Grill Restaurateur Rick Volland crafted a genuine restaurant experience in a great downtown location. Whether you are going out to see a show or just want to experience a range of menu options in a restaurant that hosts business lunches and is kid friendly, locally-owned Capital City Grill is your spot. MC, V, AE, D; HC

Best New Restaurant Gov’t Taco

1031 W. Lee Dr. 225.766.7823 | mikeandersons.com Established more than four decades ago, Mike Anderson’s has become synonymous with serving the finest fresh south Louisiana seafood. Enjoy our many signature dishes prepared with Gulf shrimp, lump crab meat, crawfish, a wide variety of fresh fish and USDA choice steak. Mike Anderson’s—where we’ve learned that if you care, it shows! Gift cards and cookbooks available. The beautiful banquet room and sensational outdoor dining area—The Side Porch—provide a beautiful location for every event. Hours: MondayThursday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. MC, V, AE, D, DC; HC

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Stab’s Steak and Seafood 13438 Magnolia Square Circle, Central 225.771.8181 | stabscentral.com

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Milford’s on Third 150 Third St. 225.408.2600 | milfordsonthird.com When you think of the traditional delicatessen, you probably imagine a bustling place in New York City. But what if you could get an authentic deli experience in downtown Baton Rouge? That was our inspiration when we opened Milford’s on Third, located in the Watermark Hotel. Hours: 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily; grab-and-go 6 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.

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3313 Highland Road (original location) 225.387.4533 | raisingcanes.com Baton Rouge is the home and headquarters of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers since it was founded at the North Gates of LSU in 1996. Enjoy Raising Cane’s “ONE LOVE”— craveable chicken finger meals at the original restaurant on Highland Road or any of the 19 area locations.

River Rouge Kitchen and Bar 5500 Hilton Ave. 225.924.5000 | marriott.com/btrmc

Best Oysters Drago’s Seafood Restaurant Best Seafood Dishes Louisiana Lagniappe

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Monjunis Italian Café and Grocery 711 Jefferson Hwy. 225.231.1595 | monjunis.com

River Rouge Kitchen and Bar features authentic Louisiana cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offering vibrant atmosphere and quality eats! Stop in for fresh seafood and a cold drink after LSU’s big game. Located inside Baton Rouge Marriott.

Stab’s Prime Steak and Seafood 7666 Jefferson Hwy. 225.361-0797 | stabsprime.com

A Louisiana staple, Monjunis is celebrating 30 years! Serving that sweet Sicilian sauce that you have come to know and love, we offer everything from salads to pizza and pasta, and we have all your cravings covered. Try our lasagna and spaghetti dishes, and check out our wine tastings/dinners. Open MondaySaturday. Call for hours. Waitr delivers.

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Palermo Ristorante 7809 Jefferson Hwy. 225.246.8358 | palermobr.com A quaint neighborhood ristorante in the Towne Center area of Baton Rouge, near Bocage. A delightful blend of classic and modern authentic Italian cuisine. Enjoy our light and tasteful fare, friendly service, handcrafted cocktails, and genuine Italian wines. We have a full-service bar and outside patio. Offering daily lunch features, Italian pressed sandwiches and craft pizzas. Reservations are recommended. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-10 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.10 p.m. Closed Monday. FB/Instagram.

Feast your way through the city There’s always something to tempt your taste buds in Baton Rouge—food truck round-ups, cooking classes, tastings, food tours, and the city’s annual Fete Rouge. Go to visitbatonrouge.com and find delicious ways to feast your way through the capital city.

Stab’s Steak & Seafood in Central is a cut above, focusing on the finest ingredients from top cuts of USDA beef to fresh Louisiana seafood right down to the tasty produce in your salad. The original, located in Central just north of Baton Rouge, is worth the drive. Spend an afternoon or evening on the patio or balcony and enjoy the relaxing setting with one of our wonderful craft cocktails featuring fresh squeezed fruit juices. Reservations are recommended. Lunch Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner Tuesday-Saturday 5-10 p.m.; Sunday dinner menu served all day 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday brunch 10:30 a.m.3 p.m. FB/Instagram.

Sammy’s Grill Highland 8635 Highland Road 225.766.9600 | sammysgrill.com Sammy’s knows great food and has been a Baton Rouge tradition for over 30 years. Now a part of the Wayne Stabiler Family of restaurants, we offer many of your old favorites like the gooey cheese sticks and the Sammy’s House dressing, along with much more. Try our burgers, po-boys, big salads and Louisiana classics like the white beans and thin cut catfish, a new favorite. And of course, the best boiled seafood (seasonal) in town. Enjoy outside dining on the patio and casual dining in the bar with TVs for casual sports viewing. Family friendly, casual atmosphere. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Happy Hour daily 3-6 p.m. Reservations not needed, just come on in! FB/Instagram.

Stab’s Prime is a cut above and focuses on fresh ingredients from top cuts of USDA prime beef and signature Louisiana seafood dishes, right down to your crisp salads. Stab’s proudly supports the bountiful Louisiana seafood industry, and serves up wonderful craft cocktails and exceptional appetizers. Enjoy music in the lounge or an evening on the patio with our signature fire fountain. Our private room seats up to 42 people or handles up to 65 for heavy hors d’oeuvres. We offer a lunch menu and extensive dinner offerings. Reservations are recommended. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. FB/Instagram.

Stroubes Seafood and Steaks 107 Third St. 225.448.2830 | stroubes.com Stroubes Seafood and Steaks offers an upscale Southern dining experience like no other in Baton Rouge. Located in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge with great scenic views, Stroubes offers the best in fresh fish and steak dishes. Whether it’s Duck Louisiana, seared duck breast over corn grits and collard greens, or some of our signature appetizers like the Stroubes Roll and Shrimp and Grits, we are sure to have something for everyone. MC, V, AE, D; HC

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Tallulah Crafted Food & Wine Bar 7000 Bluebonnet Blvd. 225.388.5710 | tallulahrestaurant.com Tallulah Crafted Food and Wine Bar at the Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel offers a captivating environment and cuisine that will engage your senses and arouse your curiosity. Executive Chef Jason Hebert is excited to present a new menu in 2022 serving notable, indigenous cuisine from around Louisiana in fresh and unique ways to visitors and locals alike. Discover Baton Rouge’s best-kept secret.

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The Gregory 150 Third St. 225.408.1800 | thegregorybr.com The Gregory, a unique addition to downtown’s culinary scene, is located adjacent to the lobby of the historic Watermark Hotel. Featuring a menu, wine and cocktails offering an inspired twist on classics, The Gregory is exactly like nothing else. The hotel offers complimentary valet, private dining spaces, and the most sought-after barstool in town.

Towne Center at Cedar Lodge Jefferson Hwy. at Corporate Blvd. 225.925.2344 | townecenteratcedarlodge.com or facebook.com/ TowneCenterBatonRouge

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The good life is right here at Towne Center at Cedar Lodge. We have created a true lifestyle center, blending just the right elements that allow you to live life the way you want it to be. Our open-air marketplace evokes an Old World sensibility with inviting walkways, graceful fountains and traditional charm. Paired with a superb selection of merchants, you’ll rediscover the beauty of shopping.

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Rouge Downtown is in the heart of the city’s vibrant downtown business, entertainment and dining district. Located minutes from LSU, it is the perfect location to cheer on your LSU Fighting Tigers and is within walking distance to many government offices. The Hampton Inn & Suites, an upscale 7-story, 137-room hotel, is the perfect place for you to stay whether you come for business or pleasure.

restaurants, epic live concerts, and more than 200 luxurious rooms and suites, limitless thrills are found around every corner at L’Auberge Baton Rouge—what’s your story?

Baton Rouge Marriott 5500 Hilton Ave. 225.924.5000 | marriott.com/btrmc Nestled in the heart of Baton Rouge, a city brimming with vibrant Cajun culture, inspiring architecture, rich history and delectable seafood, you’ll find the Baton Rouge Marriott. This luxury hotel greets its guests with a mix of Southern hospitality and modern amenities such as an on-site restaurant and sparkling outdoor pool.

Candlewood Suites Baton Rouge 5353 Bankers Ave. 225.925.3353 Experience Candlewood Suites Baton Rouge, our extended stay all-suite hotel conveniently located off I-10, close to downtown Baton Rouge and LSU. We are convenient to the interstate, restaurants, shops, and movie theatres. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a full-sized refrigerator, two-burner stovetop, microwave and dishwasher. And visit the fitness center to rejuvenate the body and mind.

Courtyard Baton Rouge Downtown

3848 W. Lakeshore Dr. 225.383.2665 | 866.610.COOK LSU’s lakeside boutique hotel has 128 deluxe rooms and luxury suites, and 15,000 square feet of Louisiana’s most elegant and sought-after event space, including the Andonie Sports Museum. On-site amenities include a full-service bar open daily, complimentary parking, continental breakfast, wireless Internet and 24-hour business and fitness center facilities. The on-site Alumni Gift Shop features Baton Rouge’s best

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260 Third St. 225.831.4646 | courtyardbatonrougedowntown.com Like being at Boardwalk and Park Place, the Courtyard Baton Rouge Downtown, located at the iconic corner of Florida and Third streets, is in the epicenter of downtown Baton Rouge. It is surrounded by numerous local restaurants and attractions and within walking distance to many businesses. Enjoy the excitement of the LSU Tigers by visiting Death Valley or Alex Box Stadium—both are just a short drive away. We also feature a full-service Starbucks just off the lobby to grab your favorite beverage. We look forward to welcoming you to our Courtyard Baton Rouge Downtown where you will always be greeted with southern hospitality and Louisiana charm!

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Hampton Inn & Suites I-10 East Baton Rouge 11271 Reiger Road 225.751.4600 | www.hampton.com Located just minutes from businesses, shopping and Baton Rouge’s main attractions. All rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, custom-designed beds, coffee makers, mini-fridges, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs with HD channels. Complimentary onsite hot breakfast is offered daily. Other perks include two refreshing outdoor pools, a hot tub, fitness center, free parking, and business center.

This newly remodeled hotel located off LA I-10 is just 15 minutes from LSU, downtown Baton Rouge, the State Capitol, and area industries that include ExxonMobil Pipeline, Dow Chemical, Placid Refinery, and others. We offer complimentary continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, guest laundry, vending machines, wireless internet access, security and spacious free parking including for 18-wheelers. Room amenities include cable/satellite TV with HBO, desk/work areas, coffee makers, and iron/ironing board. Microwaves and refrigerators are available; cribs and roll-away beds are available upon request. Enjoy sightseeing at the Mississippi River and try your luck at The Belle of Baton Rouge and Hollywood Casino. Our staff welcomes you and we would like to give you the best experience. HC

Houmas House and Gardens Element Baton Rouge Health District 8649 Summa Ave. 225.831.7020

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU

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Located in the heart of the Baton Rouge Health District, the brand new 123-room Element by Westin Baton Rouge South offers a new way to unwind, recharge, and connect with the world around you! Energize in our fitness center, recharge by the firepit and enjoy a healthy complimentary Rise Breakfast. We are also pet friendly. Easy access off Interstate-10 between Essen Lane and Bluebonnet Blvd. The Mall of Louisiana is less than one mile away, as are numerous restaurants and entertainment venues. Downtown Baton Rouge and LSU are just 15 minutes away.

40136 Hwy. 942, Darrow 225.473.9380 | houmashouse.com Step back in time as you experience 16 acres of gardens and three restaurants, including fine dining. Stay in beautifully decorated cottages, enjoy a mint julep in the Turtle Bar, and stop by the gift shop. Tours available 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily.

Renaissance Baton Rouge 7000 Bluebonnet Blvd. 225.215.7000 | marriott.com/btrbb Discover the unexpected. This 256room AAA Four Diamond hotel offers the area’s finest amenities, including Tallulah Crafted Food and Wine Bar, an extensive fitness center, pool and 13,000 square feet of meeting space. Ideally located between the Mall of Louisiana and Perkins Rowe.

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South offers 101 spacious guest rooms with free wireless high-speed internet access, irons, ironing boards, microwaves, refrigerators and hair dryers. Enjoy free Showtime, CNN and ESPN, and all HD channels on new 50-inch flatscreens in every room. Free grab & go breakfast. Walking distance to All-Star Lanes bowling. MC, V, AE, D; HC

Royal Inn & Suites Baton Rouge 710 N. Lobdell Blvd. 225.831.9255 , 225-831-9259 Fax | royalinnbr.com Boutique hotel with a New Orleans French Quarter ambiance. All rooms are interior and surround a beautiful New Orleans style atrium with a glass elevator. There are 49 rooms that are all extra spacious like suites. All rooms have bar kitchenette, coffeemaker, microwave, refrigerator, irons and boards, and hair dryers. Visitors will enjoy a complimentary deluxe hot breakfast. MC, V, AE, D; HC

Studio 6/Extended Stay 2740 N. Westport Dr., Port Allen 225.248.6222 or 855.249.0891 staystudio6.com/en/motels.la.portallen.5188.html The feel of home … all of our studio locations feature a comfortable sleeping area and fully equipped kitchens complete with microwave, stovetop, coffee maker, toaster and refrigerator, iron and ironing board, voicemail, Wi-Fi, and multi-channel TV, expanded work area, and expanded cable (ESPN/ESPN 2, CNN, Weather).

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WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection 150 Third St. 225.408.3200 | marriott.com/btrak A stately presence and a storied past— together offering one of the richest and most eclectic experiences available for any guest throughout 144 guest rooms and two restaurants. Echoes of a bygone era remain in hand-painted murals, dramatic marble walls and staircases, and old bank vaults converted into dramatic meeting and dining spaces.

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11656 U.S. 84, Frogmore (near Ferriday) 318.757.2453 | frogmoreplantation.com Rand McNally’s “must see” Cotton Then & Now guided tour. Extensive Southern history from Houmas House and Gardens the 1700s to today. Visitors will see an 1,80040136 Hwy. 942, Darrow acre working cotton plantation; furnished slave 225.473.9380 | houmashouse.com cabins; Smithsonian-quality antique steam gin; Step back in time as you experience 16 acres of gar19 historical buildings; and a new computerized dens and three restaurants, including fine dining. gin and farming operation. Scheduled dates with Stay in beautifully decorated cottages, enjoy a mint music and a new tour—The Plantation Civil War, an julep in the Turtle Bar, and stop by the gift shop. eye-opening PowerPoint and a guided or audio tour Tours available 9 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. relating social, racial and political causes of the war and changes on plantations and slaves. or minor revisions. • Please respond by e-mail orto faxowners with your approval Hours varyRUN by season; call or check our • AD WILL AS IS unless approval or fiwebsite. nal revisions are received within 24 hours MC, V, AE, D; HC from receipt of this proof. A shorter timeframe will apply for tight deadlines.

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671 Belle Terre Blvd., LaPlace 866.204.7782 | lariverparishes.com Discover real history, compelling and unvarnished, in the landmark homes and museums of Louisiana’s River Parishes. Travel along the 1811 Slave Revolt Trail and you’ll discover the journey of brave revolutionaries who marched to break the chains of oppression. Start where the uprising began at the 1811 Kid Ory Historic House and finish with experiences at Whitney Plantation and Historic Riverlands. In New Orleans Plantation Country, each of the historic estates dotted throughout the area embodies a unique story that has carried forth for nearly 300 years. At locations such as Laura Plantation: A Creole Heritage Site, and Destrehan Plantation, you will hear perspectives of adversity and triumph.

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inspirational gifts, cast iron, home and camp décor. Antiques mixed in and Louisiana’s only Cajun Christmas area yearround. Credit cards accepted. Hours: Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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6466 La. 22, Sorrento 225.675.2640 A unique part of the Cajun Village, we offer a vast selection of Louisiana souvenirs, including T-shirts, flags, gifts, music, and an Old Time candy store. Truly a mega-shopping experience for all things Louisiana, where we always “laissez la bon temps rouler.” Credit cards accepted. Hours: Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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It’s the one place in Baton Rouge where you can have it all. Shopping. Dining. Entertainment. With over 25,000 square feet dedicated to shopping, dining, entertainment and living, Perkins Rowe is perfect for your daily dose of living.

6490 La. 22, Sorrento 225.675.2640 Browse our huge selection of Louisiana foods, mixes, hot sauces, seasonings, jellies, cookbooks, cast iron cookware, kitchen gifts and gadgets. We can make any cook a Cajun chef. Let us help you “cook like a Cajun.” Credit cards accepted. Hours: Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; taste testing most Saturdays.

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WHEN ANCIENT MOSS-DRAPED OAKS LEAD TO COMPELLING STORIES WAITING TO BE TOLD, YOU’LL KNOW YOU’VE REACHED..... ASCENSION PARISH, LA

Ascension Parish is a rare gem located right between Baton Rouge and New Orleans and lies on both sides of the mighty Mississippi. Rich in history, it’s the ideal spot for those interested in the perfect mix of Louisiana’s history and culture.

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Ascension Parish The Cajun Village

Nestled in Plantation Country

The Cajun Village 6470 Hwy. 22, Sorrento 225.675.2782 | cajunvillageshops.com

Ascension Parish Tourism Commission 6967 Hwy. 22, Sorrento 225.675.6550 or 888.775.7990 | TourAscension.com Plantation homes, multicultural museums, golfing, great cuisine, accommodations, outlet and specialty shopping all located 15 minutes from Baton Rouge. Visitor Center hours: MondayFriday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Cabahanosse Bed & Breakfast and Shop

A collection of restored Acadian-style buildings that feature specialty shopping at Louisiana Pottery, Cajun Village Antiques, C&C Treasures, The Swamp Pop Candy Shop, The Cajun Shop, The Louisiana Cajun Kitchen Store, and Bee Vee’s Goodies. Enjoy beignets and café au lait at The Coffee House, and don’t forget to visit our live alligators, Big Boy and Nubby. Hours: Open daily until 5 p.m.

Grapevine Café & Gallery 211 Railroad Ave., Donaldsonville 225.473-8463 | grapevinecafeandgallery.com

602 Railroad Ave., Donaldsonville 225.474.5050 | cabahanosse.com Peaceful getaway under 100-year-old live oak trees, just a short walk from restaurants, historic sites, churches and the Mississippi Riverwalk.

Cabela’s 2200 West Cabela’s Pkwy., Gonzales 225.743.3400 | cabelas.com Cabela’s Gonzales Retail Store is located at the intersection of I-10 and Hwy. 30. The 165,000-square-foot retail showroom is an educational and entertainment attraction, featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

This restaurant is a buzz on the bayou, attracting destination diners from New Orleans, Baton Rouge and beyond. The casual atmosphere of a beautifully restored 1920s building, rotating collections of area artists, and sounds of local musicians make the Grapevine the place to be.

Malco Theaters – Gonzales Cinema

River Road African American Museum

1406 N. Airline Hwy., Gonzales 225.644.2128 | malco.com/cinema

406 Charles St., Donaldsonville 225.206.1225 | africanamericanmuseum.org

Located in the heart of Gonzales, Louisiana, we offer 11 screens, online ticketing, concessions stand, birthday party room, and an arcade.

Mike Anderson’s – Gonzales 1500 W. Hwy. 30, Gonzales 225.743-MIKE (6453) | awesomefood. com Located on the property of Clarion Inn in Gonzales, Mike Anderson’s has become synonymous with serving the finest fresh south Louisiana seafood. Enjoy our many signature dishes prepared with Gulf shrimp, lump crabmeat, crawfish, a wide variety of fresh fish, and USDA choice steak. Cookbooks available. Superior banquet and meeting facilities provide an excellent location for any event. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.2 p.m. and 5-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. MC, V, AE, D, DC; HC

Premier Lanes Entertainment Center 1414 N. Airline Highway, Gonzales 225.621.2695 | premierlanes.net

Tours by appointment only. Dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting artifacts, the museum provides positive information about the history and culture of African-Americans who were enslaved in this region.

Sno’s Seafood & Steaks 13131 Airline Hwy., Gonzales 225.647.2631 | snosseafood.com Sno’s has maintained the tradition of providing customers good food combined with comfortable surroundings and a family atmosphere. Signature dishes like Fish Cecil and Shrimp Hilda continue to pay tribute to family recipes.

Tanger Outlet Center 2410 Tanger Blvd., Gonzales 225.647.9383 Over 65 designer and manufacturer outlet stores and restaurants are featured in this popular outlet mall. Special coupon vouchers and incentives are available for groups. At Tanger, every day is sale day.

Bowling alley with full-service bar and food, action alley arcade and laser maze. League and individual bowling and party packages available. Hours: Sunday, Monday, Thursday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 a.m.

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Jambalaya Capital of the World IN 1967 this term was only an inspiration in the mind of Steve Juneau to promote the city of Gonzales. A native of Avoyelles, Juneau was impressed with the jambalaya prepared by area cooks and thought this would be a great way to promote the city. The idea was presented to the Gonzales Lions Club and the annual Jambalaya Festival was born. As the idea spread across Ascension Parish, many nonprofit civic groups and fraternal organizations were invited to get involved. The

festival would be used as a vehicle to raise money for community projects. What began as an inspiration had become too big for any one group to take on independently. An executive committee was formed and Juneau was elected as the first president of the newly formed Jambalaya Festival Association. On June 10, 1968, John J. McKeithen, then Governor of Louisiana, proclaimed Gonzales, Louisiana as the “Jambalaya Capital of the World.”

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Livingston Parish is located in the old Hungarian school in an area considered the largest “Rural Hungarian Settlement” in the U.S. Hours: Tuesdays and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Also open by appointment for tour groups and schools.

traditional school group, a home school group, a community organization or just an interested member of the public.

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Denham Springs is home to an award-winning Antique District and was voted by readers of AAA Travel Magazine as one of the top three areas to antique in the state of Louisiana. With more than 25 shops, you are sure to find that special piece you have been searching for.

Juban Crossing provides the ideal destination for anyone and every taste. Current activity and prospective plans include over 100 premier stores, restaurants and service businesses as well as single and multi-family residences and a hotel. The 471-acre, mixed-use community will invite activity at every crossing and become a community center where its residents and visitors can shop, live, work and play.

Ms. Heather’s Strawberry Farm has been a great attraction for kids and adults for several decades in the Hammond and Albany area. Visitors will enjoy fresh and delicious strawberries and all the fun activities that Ms. Heather has set up for you.

Creole lifestyle. The Creole Festival is the 3rd Thursday of October in French Settlement. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 14, 1992.

Livingston Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau 30340 Catholic Hall Road, Hammond 888.317.7899 or 225.567.7899 | livingstontourism.com Hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sunday.

Bass Pro 175 Bass Pro Blvd., Denham Springs 225.271.3100 The Livingston Parish Bass Pro Shop has won numerous awards for the architecture and design of the store. Plan to stay several hours as there is a lot to see here, including Fred, the alligator snapping terrapin that is approximately 125 to 150 years old.

Creole House Museum 16061 La. 16, French Settlement 225.698.6100 Creole House Museum is a historic house built in 1898, a one-story frame cottage in French Creole style. It was constructed by Harris and Alexander Lambert as a home for Mr. and Mrs. Alex Decareaux. In 1977 the house was donated to the village of French Settlement, which gave a long-term lease on the building to the French Settlement Historical Society. The house is now hosting the Creole House Museum which features artifacts relating to the

Denham Springs Antique District

Historic Carter House 30325 Carter Cemetery Road, Springfield 225.747.0660 | carterplantationcdd. com The Carter House is the only plantation home in Livingston Parish, and was built by a free man of color in the early 1800s. The Carter House sits on the David Toms-designed golf course Carter Plantation, which is part of Louisiana’s Audubon Golf Trail. Hungarian Museum 27455 Hwy. 43, Hammond 225.294.5732 In an effort to preserve its history, the Hungarian Settlement Museum has been established just outside Albany, Louisiana near Hammond. The museum

27853 Juban Road, Denham Springs 225.663.2528 | jubancrossing.com

LIGO Livingston 19100 LIGO Lane, Livingston 225.686.3100 Want to visit LIGO, one of only five gravitational wave interferometers in the world (two in the US)? You can! Most visitors will want to come on our Science Saturday on the third Saturday of each month. On Science Saturdays, we offer tours as well as time to explore in our professionally curated exhibit hall that houses about 50 interactive science exhibits. If you have a group of more than 15, we ask that you fill out a tour request form. We offer different experiences for different groups whether you’re a

Ms. Heather’s Strawberry Patch 31458 Hwy. 43, Albany

Tiki Tubing 33203 La. 1019, Denham Springs 225.223.1156 | tikitubing.com Come cool off in Livingston Parish. Tiki Tubing is located on the Amite River in Denham Springs and is a great place to spend the day with friends and family. Float down the Amite River and don’t forget to bring snacks to enjoy on one of the many sandbars.

V. Watts Trade Mart and Trade Day 13130 Florida Blvd. (U.S. 190), Livingston 225.686.2971 V. Watts Trade Mart has more than 100 antique booths full of beautiful antiques, collectibles and more. V. Watts Trade Day is on the second Saturday of each month. With more than 100 vendors setting up tents around the property, it is quickly becoming one of Louisiana’s largest trade days. Hours: ThursdaySaturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

TREASURE HUNTING

Antique Village in Denham Springs SOME ANTIQUE shoppers spend hours looking for a specific item while others enjoy strolling from store to store and finding unexpected treasures. Whether you’re on the hunt or “just looking,” antiquing is an enjoyable way to spend the day. If you have some extra time during your stay in Baton Rouge, visit the popular Denham Springs Antique Village, home to more than 25 antique and specialty shops in Denham Springs, which is just about a 20-minute drive from downtown. The Antique Village is a charming area comprised of shops and booths

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along North Range Avenue in Denham Springs, selling furniture, art, crafts, vintage items, greenery, jewelry, home décor, collectibles, and much more. Make a day of it and enjoy lunch at one of the many nearby cafes and restaurants. If your stay coincides with the annual Spring Festival or the Christmas holidays, your shopping experience can broaden to include art exhibits, live music, food booths, and dozens of vendors. For more information, visit denhamspringsantiquevillage.net.

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Tangipahoa Parish 13143 Wardline Road, Hammond 800.542.7520 | tangitourism.com

Global Wildlife Center

You are gonna’ love Tangipahoa Parish! From taking part in one of the five spring festivals to shopping in “America’s Antique City”, Tangipahoa has something for everyone. Tangipahoa Parish has seven museums highlighting the parish’s unique culture, a great atmosphere in downtown Hammond, and numerous restaurants throughout the parish to satisfy every dining craving.

Learn through touch as you get eye-to-eye with a giraffe. Come roam with over 4,000 animals on Global Wildlife’s 900-acre preserve. Experience a safari on a one-and-a-half hour educational, exhilarating, and exciting guided tour. Learn about animals from all over the world and get up close and personal when you feed them.

26389 La. 40, Folsom 985.796.3585 | globalwildlife.com

Sicilian cuisine and entertainment March 11-13 307 E. Railroad Ave, Independence

Amite Oyster Festival Oyster eating contest and more March 18-19 Central Ave./Mulberry St., Amite

For backyard barbecue lovers March 25-26 S.W. Railroad Ave., Hammond

Pirate Festival Gnarly Barley Brewery 1709 Corbin Road., Hammond 985.318.0RAD | gnarlybeer.com Visit Hammond’s one and only craft beer brewery. What started as a “garage” hobby has quickly grown into one of Hammond’s biggest attractions. Tours include a sampling of three of the brewery’s most popular beverages.

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A swashbuckling good time! April 2-3 46468 River Road, Hammond

Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival The sweetest festival for miles around April 8-10 301 N. 6th St., Ponchatoula

Italian Festival Museums 800.542.7520 | tangitourism.com Louisiana is a gumbo of different cultures, which is part of what makes our state so unique. With seven museums in the Tangipahoa Parish, you can explore the history of our local Italian, Sicilian, and African-American families as well as early settlers in Ponchatoula, Kentwood, the Manchac swamp, and towns that are no longer here. You can take an excursion without having to travel far as you discover more of the beautiful cultures gracing our parish.

Florida Parishes Arena 1301 NW Central Ave., Amite 985.748.5914 | fparena.com The Florida Parishes Arena is approximately 45 minutes northeast of Baton Rouge in Amite. Events include arts & crafts festivals, monster truck shows, AWA Pro Wrestling, concerts, livestock shows and events, and Barrel Racing Series. This facility is climate-controlled and may accommodate meetings, weddings, showers, etc. The arena and multipurpose building are also available for private rentals.

Sicilian Heritage Festival

Smokin’ Hammond BBQ

Visiting for a week or a day, Tangipahoa Parish offers a variety of options to satisfy your quest for adventure. Full-service CVB offering meeting planning, info on attractions, lodging and area information. Located at I-55 N. Exit 32. Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; SaturdaySunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

March: Antique Trade Days, Independence Sicilian Heritage Festival, Vintage Market Days, Amite Oyster Festival and Hammond BBQ. April: Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, The Italian Festival, October: Tangipahoa Parish Fair, Vintage Market Days and Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow. November: Antique Trade Days and November-December: Louisiana Renaissance Festival, 6 straight weekends of fun!

Fairs & Festivals TANGIPAHOA PARISH visitors have plenty of fairs and festivals to choose from this year, each one filled with music, food and fun. These unique events are definitely worth the 40-minute drive from Baton Rouge. For details, visit tangitourism.com.

Tangipahoa Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau

Festivals of Tangipahoa Parish

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Oak Knoll Country Club 45246 Country Club Road, Hammond 985.345.2387 | https://oakknollcountryclub. com If you’re looking for a way to get outdoors this summer, consider a summer membership with Oak Knoll, the newest addition to the Audubon Golf Trail. Lounge by the pool or put your tennis skills to the test as you soak in the sunshine and fresh air!

Italian food, culture and music April 22-24 50081 Hwy. 51, Tickfaw

Tangipahoa Parish Fair Carnival rides and much more September 28-October 2 400 Reid Ave., Amite

Antique Trade Days

Antiques, crafts, art, & collectibles November 5-6 S.E. Railroad Ave., Ponchatoula

Louisiana Renaissance Festival

Travel back in time to the 14th century Weekends November 5-December 11 46468 River Road, Hammond

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great reasons to visit West Baton Rouge

Explore history

Embrace our deep roots with itineraries exploring your group’s surroundings. Journey to Plantation Country North to enjoy some beautiful properties with distinct legends. Hear the story of sugar agriculture from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era at the West Baton Rouge Museum.

Natural wonders

Take advantage of beautiful sights like the Mississippi Riverfront Overlook or follow the mighty Mississippi River along the West Baton Rouge Heritage Trailway, including the DeSoto Levee Top Trail. This 5-mile path from Brusly to Addis is an ideal break from meetings.

Off to the races

Get your delegates back on track with a day or night at State Capitol Raceway. Any event there is a true

experience, filled with the thrill of the crowd and the noise of cars drag racing.

Home cooking

There’s never a bad day for a po-boy or Creole cooking. Our many restaurants exude the very culture and hospitality that make West Baton Rouge a marvelous host. We have Texas-style barbecue that can feed a crowd, while our other restaurants offer unique options that provide a distinctive taste to any meeting.

Always a reason to celebrate

West Baton Rouge is so full of life in part because of our lively festivals—and we can’t wait to bring them back. Kite Fest Louisiane is known as one of the best events in the Southeast. Sugar Fest is as sweet as an event can be in the fall. You don’t have to be of a certain

Take some Southern hospitality, add some Cajun seasoning, and you are on your way to discovering the wonderful things about West Baton Rouge. It’s family-friendly enough for famous festivals and professional enough for board meetings and large business gatherings. Here are 8 great reasons to visit West Baton Rouge.

age to enjoy the Oldies but Goodies Fest. And nobody celebrates the holidays quite like we do, whether it be Mardi Gras parades or Reflections of the Season Christmas light display.

The price is right

Come on down for affordable, family-friendly lodging that includes national brands and local establishments. All of the hotels are easily accessible off -10, the first sign of the convenience we offer.

Location, location, location

There’s no denying that West Baton Rouge is a desirable location. The parish is minutes from Baton Rouge, home of Louisiana State University, and less than an hour from New Orleans and Lafayette. West Baton Rouge is “On the River, On the Way” to the best experience that south Louisiana has to offer.

West Baton Rouge Conference Center One of the newest and most modern meeting facilities in the Baton Rouge area, this stateof-the-art venue is conveniently located on I-10. Big-city amenities meet small-town prices at this renovated facility that offers a professional and experienced staff, banquet and conference rooms for both small and large gatherings, on-site catering, audiovisual equipment, and a halfmile walking trail on the campus grounds.

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West Baton Rouge Parish coffeemaker, toaster and refrigerator, iron and ironing board, voicemail and Wi-Fi, expanded work area, and multi-channel TV with expanded cable (ESPN/ESPN 2, CNN, Weather).

Holiday Inn Express Port Allen 2860 N. Westport Dr., Port Allen 225-343-9967 Treat yourself to a comfortable stay at the newly renovated Holiday Inn Express Port Allen. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, our location off I-10 and close proximity to downtown Baton Rouge and businesses surrounding the Mississippi River, provides quick and easy access to all you need while in Port Allen. HC

Red Roof Inn Port Allen 234 N. Lobdell Hwy., Port Allen 1.800.733.7663 I redroof.com/ property/la/Port-Allen/RRI1240 Newly remodeled hotel located off LA I-10 just 15 minutes from LSU, downtown Baton Rouge, the State Capitol, and area industries that include ExxonMobil Pipeline, Dow Chemical, Placid Refinery, and others. We offer complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor pool, guest laundry, vending machines, wireless internet access, security and spacious free parking including for 18-wheelers. Room amenities include cable/satellite television with HBO, desk/work areas, coffee makers, and iron/ironing board. Microwaves and refrigerators are available; cribs and roll-away beds are available upon request. Enjoy sightseeing at the Mississippi River and try your luck at The Belle of Baton Rouge and Hollywood Casino. Our staff welcomes you and we would like to give you the best experience. HC

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West Baton Rouge Convention and Visitors Bureau 2750 N. Westport Dr. 225.344.2920 | 800.654.9701 Westbatonrouge.net We can help you plan your stay in the Baton Rouge area. Get complete tourist information on the entire state in one place. I-10 W, Exit 151. State-of-the-art, full-service conference and meeting facility, which accommodates 50-500. Hotels in walking distance. Open daily. MC, V, D; HC

West Baton Rouge Museum 845 N. Jefferson Ave., Port Allen 225.336.2422 | WestBatonRougeMuseum.com Minutes away from downtown Baton Rouge, the West Baton Rouge Museum offers diverse rotating exhibits, kid-friendly events, French programs and tours, as well as monthly musical jams, Historical Happy Hour, blacksmithing apprenticeships, art workshops, lectures and more. Located on a six-acre campus directly across the river from downtown Baton Rouge, the West Baton Rouge Museum is the only museum to trace the bittersweet history of sugar in Louisiana from the colonial period to the present day. A hub of the Port Allen Cultural Arts District, The West Baton Rouge Museum also highlights local artists recognized internationally.

2740 N. Westport Dr., Port Allen 225.248.6222 or 855.249.0891 staystudio6.com/en/motels.la.portallen.5188.html The feel of home … all of our studio locations feature a comfortable sleeping area and fully equipped kitchens, complete with microwave, stovetop,

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Hollywood Casino L’Auberge Baton Rouge 777 L’Auberge Ave. 225.215.7777 I LBatonRouge.com Discover Baton Rouge’s ultimate destination. From the massive 74,000-square-foot gaming facility to the stunning rooftop pool, five unique restaurants, epic live concerts, and more than 200 luxurious rooms and suites, limitless thrills are found around every corner at L’Auberge Baton Rouge—what’s your story?

1717 River Road North 225.709.7777 | hollywoodbr.com Get in on 24-hour, nonstop action! Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge offers 27,000 square feet of gaming excitement. In addition to more than 850 machines and 12 table games, including blackjack, craps and roulette, the casino features several electronic table options. Grab a quick bite at the Take Two Deli located right on the casino floor, or make dinner plans in the Celebrity Grill, which is open 5 nights a week. Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge’s guest loyalty rewards program, Premier Club, provides personalized offers and one-of-a-kind access.

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BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo 3601 Thomas Road 225.775.3877 | brzoo. org The Baton Rouge Zoo has been providing memories to our community for 51 years, and is a place where people connect with wild animals and wild places. Visit the tigers, cheetahs, giraffes, rhinos, alligators, flamingos, hippos, zebras, otters and more. Hours: Daily 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m.; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. April-August.

Raising Cane’s River Center 275 S. River Road 225.389.4940 | raisingcanesrivercenter. com Nestled in the capital city of Louisiana, Baton Rouge’s River Center Theatre for Performing Arts and Raising Cane’s River Center provide flexible event spaces perfect for hosting conventions, concerts, Mardi Gras balls, car shows and more. The entire complex, including the existing Arena and the recently renovated Theatre, as well as an Exhibition Hall, includes more than 200,000 square feet. The center also incorporates a stateof-the-art grand ballroom, meeting rooms, and concession and kitchen facilities.

777 L’Auberge Ave. (inside L’Auberge Casino Hotel) 225.224.4141 Celebrate legendary moments in Louisiana’s history while making a few of your own at this sports fanatic’s favorite. The delicious hangout features 50 flat-screen TVs, a menu chock full of southern specialties and an eclectic collection of unique memorabilia. Stadium is the place to cheer on your favorite teams and revisit highlights in state history. Hours: SundayThursday 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-12 a.m.

Come visit the 2nd oldest continuously operating track in the U.S.

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Downtown Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge Louisiana’s Old State Capitol 100 North Blvd. 225.342.0500 louisianaoldstatecapitol.org

Once described by Mark Twain as the “ugliest thing on the Mississippi,” this neogothic building, situated atop a bluff, contains a stained-glass dome, an impressive spiral staircase and a museum covering Louisiana’s vibrant political history. This national landmark, located in downtown Baton Rouge next to the Mississippi River, features state-of-the-art exhibits and an award-winning film that takes guests through a 3D history of this 172-year-old building. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission, gift shop, Ghost of the Castle show ($3 tickets per person). Credit cards accepted. HC

1717 River Road North 225.709.7777 hollywoodbr.com Get in on 24-hour, daily, nonstop action! With 27,000 square feet of gaming excitement, Hollywood Casino offers three floors of the newest and most popular slots, plus all of your favorite table games, like blackjack, craps, roulette and more. Grab a quick bite at the Take Two Deli located right on the casino floor, or make dinner plans for the Celebrity Grill, open 5 nights a week. Don’t forget to join the Player’s Club during your visit to receive all of the perks that are offered. Visit hollywoodbr.com for all things Hollywood!

Louisiana Art and Science Museum 100 River Road South 225.344.5272 www.lasm.org Housed in a historic railroad depot on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum offers educational entertainment for visitors of all ages. Enjoy fine art, visit ancient Egypt, meet an authentic Triceratops, and explore the cosmos in the full dome Irene W. Pennington Planetarium. Hours and admissions available at lasm.org.

Exp e rie nce Real His tory and Dis cover Real Adve nt u re. You’ll find authentic experiences in New Orleans Plantation Country where our history, both compelling and unvarnished, is remembered in the landmark homes and museums lining the Great River Road. Visitors can make adventure their destination in New Orleans Swamp Country, with fishing, hiking, swamp tours, and more.

Out here, excitement is around every corner. Start exploring today at LARiverParishes.com

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